DURHAM, N.C. -- It's not easy to come out of a two-week layover and play at peak performance. That was evident in Duke's 85-66 victory over Gardner-Webb Monday evening.

As expected, the Blue Devils did have some shaky moments over the course of the game, particularly during the first half, specifically on the defensive end of the floor. Offensively, Duke was on top of its game, at least for the biggest part of the contest.